Southern Tuscany - Montalcino and Val d'Orcia

Tuscany and History - Best of Medieval Tuscany

Activities

Enjoy tours of Siena’s varied surroundings with activities which open a window onto the Tuscan way of life, its delicious food and wine and the history, traditions and art which have shaped this world-renown region.

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The Medieval Pilgrim's trail of the Francigena

The journey along the Via Francigena trail (also know as the way to Rome) can be physical or spiritual. The idea is to remove distractions and to concentrate on the pilgrimage, whatever your purpose is.

Areas of central Tuscany

The province of Siena. The true historical heart of Tuscany! A beautiful and diverse area filled with natural beauties, world renoun wine regions and pretty hill-towns

The Palio of Siena

Siena's heartfelt Palio tournament. A manic horse race around the main square held twice a year and rife with machiavelian politics and ancient neighborhood rivalries.

Sagras and Festivals

Festivals, fairs and traditional events related to the products of the land, the italian culture and hidtory, the popular music and to the local crafts and the faith.